Style Japonism, Chinoiserie / Ref.11355
Important japanese style pedestal desk with dragons decoration
Dimensions
Width 55'' ½ 141cm
Height 46'' ⅞ 119cm
Depth: 28'' 71cm
Origin:
France, Late 19th century
Flat pedestal desk opening with 10 drawers: three drawers on a well, three drawers on the apron and four drawers on the tablet. The writing tablet in the shape of an unfolded roll with raised edges is covered with patinated leather and a glass plate. Engraved or carved decoration of motifs in the style of China and bronze dragons, birds and branches in mother-of-pearl and ivory. Handles in bronze, shaped like turtles for the four top drawers.